What are Yoga Studios?

Yoga is an ancient practice with more than 5,000 years of evolution. The earliest written record of yoga is the Yog Sutr, written over 2,000 years ago by the Indian philosopher Patanjali. Today, yoga has become popularized outside of India as a form of exercise of both the mind and body. In the US its practice emphasizes physical exercise based on asanas, or poses.

Some forms of yoga you may have heard of are Ashtanga yoga, Bikram (or hot) yoga, and Hatha yoga. Traditionally, yoga was not used for physical exercise and emphasized different things such as pranayama, breathing exercises, and Dhyana, or meditation . While these can still be integrated with asanas, without them yoga still represents a great way to improve health and fitness.

Clinical trials have shown yoga to be a safe and effective way to increase physical activity along with enhancing flexibility, strength, and balance. Along with these general improvements, yoga has also been shown to help with arthritis, asthma, chronic neck pain, lower back pain, migraines, cardiovascular disease, cancer related fatigue, anxiety and depression, and sleep.

Yoga is low impact and safe when practiced under the guidance of a trained instructor. Though yoga can be highly beneficial to just about everyone, it should not substitute medical care. It is recommended to be used in conjunction with whatever else you are doing or plan to do to manage your condition.

How to Select Yoga Studios

Selecting Yoga Studios can seem like a daunting task.It is important to select the right one for you: the one who will not only provide treatment but help you feel comfortable.Along with reviews that can be found online, you can ask your friends and family for recommendations.If you are researching Yoga Studios in your area, the list below is a great place to start.

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Visiting any therapist or specialist involves your time and money, and while insurance may cover some of the cost, the number of sessions it will cover is often limited. The 9zest FixHealth app offers what therapy and yoga do, but affordably, and within the convenience of your own home.

Whether cost, time, or social anxiety is the issue, many people are not addressing their symptoms and taking an active role in their health and wellbeing. An at home solution may be right for you, but what exercises should you be doing?

The 9zest FixHealth app provides a holistic spectrum of chronic pain treatments. Exercise and stretching, particularly yoga exercises, have been shown to greatly increase back strength and mobility. The 9zest Smart™ artificial intelligence engine takes input from your personal goals and needs to create a workout plan. Your workout plan consists of a series of instructional videos in which your 9zest coach leads you through exercises to improve your strength and general fitness. With over 12,000 videos available, the right exercise plan exists for everyone.

Coach Led Videos

Comprehensive Video Library

A comprehensive library of 12k+ workout videos to tackle every nuance and challenge to help you achieve your goals.

Workout Variations

Multiple variations exist (standing, sitting, with additional balance support, etc.) for different exercises, automatically matched to you by 9zest Smart based on your assessment. You can change at any time to best fit your needs.

Workout Intensity

Multiple levels of intensity exist (duration, reps, hold time, etc.) for different exercises, automatically matched by 9zest Smart based on your assessment. You can adjust the intensity at any time to best fit your needs.

Coach Connect

Be able to connect with a certified therapist who can help you make the most of your therapy program.

Progress Tracking

The Progress Meter uses a variety of different exercises and records your results to create a baseline and track progress over time.

Weekly Summary Email

Social Sharing

Share your workouts with friends and family, inspire them and keep yourself motivated.

Other Chronic Pain Treatments

Chiropractors

Chiropractic may be a solution that works for you, especially for back or neck pain. Chiropractic generally consists of treatment of common lower back pain conditions through manual therapy. This treatment can also be effective for neck, shoulder, and joint pain. Chiropractors focus on the alignment of the spinal column, along with joint and muscle stretching.

Physical Therapists

Physical Therapy is an effective treatment for improving mobility and pain. Physical therapists are specially trained and treat a wide range of health and mobility problems. They focus on the underlying problems causing symptoms, and through targeted exercise restore the body back to healthy physical movement.

Massage Therapists

Massage Therapy may be an effective treatment for mild symptoms. Massage of the soft tissue and muscles underneath improve circulation, which has been shown to speed the healing of injury, and may address joint pain in the limbs.

Pain Management Doctors

Pain management doctors provide another non-surgical treatment. Pain management doctors can prescribe medication, which may be necessary if other treatment proves ineffective. Medication, often in conjunction with physical therapy, can treat symptoms of chronic pain.

Yoga Studios

Yoga may be a more accessible long term solution to your symptoms. This treatment stretches joints and muscles, improving mobility and circulation. Yoga also strengthens muscles, which provide structural support to joints.

Acupuncturists

Acupuncture is an ancient method of stimulating the body through the use of tiny pins inserted into specific points of the body. Acupuncture is often used in combination with other therapies, and has been shown to help with chronic pain.

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